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  "name": "When should bathroom molding be replaced instead of repainted?",
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      "name": "When should bathroom molding be replaced instead of repainted?",
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        "text": "You should replace your bathroom trim if you notice swelling, soft wood, peeling paint that returns after repainting, or visible black mold along seams. These symptoms indicate that moisture has penetrated the core material, compromising the trim and potentially the drywall behind it. Cosmetic issues like outdated styles or gaps caused by house settling can sometimes be remedied with fresh caulk and paint, but mushy baseboards or warped crown molding require full removal and replacement with water-resistant materials.",
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        "description": "Replace trim if it shows signs of water swelling, soft rot, persistent mold, or warping. Minor cosmetic flaws and small gaps can often be caulked and repainted."
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  "description": "Replace trim if it shows signs of water swelling, soft rot, persistent mold, or warping. Minor cosmetic flaws and small gaps can often be caulked and repainted."
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